About the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council

Connecting Australian business with the Pacific since 2000

The Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) is an independent, member-based, not-for-profit organisation strengthening trade, investment and commercial relationships between Australia and the Pacific Islands.

We connect businesses with government, industry leaders and regional partners, creating opportunities to build relationships, understand Pacific markets and develop long-term commercial partnerships.

Photo: The new APIBC Executive Committee at the AGM in Brisbane on 21 November. (Sitting from left): Sophie Boucaut, William Blank, Simon Gorman, Andrew Morris, Frank Yourn (Executive Director). (Standing L-R): Jeremy Grennell, Danielle Bailly, Steven Hillyard, Luke Jackson. Picture: Dev Nadkarni
PM Manele talks to delegates at the Business Forum in Brisbane. Photo: Dev Nadkarni

Our Leadership

 

Led by business. Focused on the Pacific.

APIBC is governed by an Executive Committee of senior business leaders with extensive experience across Australia and Pacific markets. Drawing on their regional and commercial expertise, the Committee shapes the Council’s priorities and strengthens its engagement with government, industry and regional partners.

The Council operates under a Constitution that provides the framework for its governance, structure and decision-making.

View the Constitution
Meet the Executive Committee

What We Do

Government Engagement

Represent business perspectives through dialogue with Australian and Pacific governments.

Market Intelligence

Share relevant economic, policy, project and commercial developments from across the region.

Business Forums & Events

Bring together business, government and industry leaders through forums, briefings and networking events.

Business Connections

Connect members with experienced businesses, government representatives and regional organisations.

Trade Missions

Lead business delegations into Pacific markets and connect participants with local decision-makers and partners.

Regional Partnerships

Build relationships with chambers, business councils and industry organisations throughout the Pacific.

Our Regional Network

Pacific Markets

American Samoa | Cook Islands | CNMI | Federated States of Micronesia | French Polynesia | Guam | Kiribati | Nauru | New Caledonia | Niue | Palau | Republic of the Marshall Islands | Samoa | Solomon Islands | Tokelau | Tonga | Tuvalu | Vanuatu | Wallis and Futuna

Industries

  • Infrastructure & Construction
  • Engineering & Professional Services
  • Banking, Finance & Insurance
  • Transport, Shipping & Logistics
  • Manufacturing & Supply
  • Energy & Resources
  • Tourism & Aviation
  • Agriculture & Food
  • Technology & Communications
  • Consulting & Advisory

Our Members

Our members represent a diverse network of businesses with experience, capabilities and commercial interests across Pacific markets.

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Our Regional Partnerships

APIBC works closely with chambers of commerce and business organisations across the Pacific to strengthen regional business connections, share market insights and support greater engagement between Australian and Pacific businesses.

APIBC has established Memoranda of Understanding with the following organisations:

Ready to Connect with the Pacific?

Join the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council and become part of a network of businesses, government leaders and industry experts committed to strengthening Australia’s commercial engagement with the Pacific.

Whether you’re exploring new markets, expanding existing operations or looking to build valuable connections, APIBC provides the insights, relationships and opportunities to help you succeed.

 

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